Senior Surface Aero Designer H/F

Oregon Rural Electric Cooperative Association; Signes; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

ORECA is seeking a Surface Aero Designer based in Signes to join the design office and report to the Director of Engineering. You will create advanced surface models in CATIA V5, optimize aerodynamic performance, and collaborate with aero scientists and other departments under tight deadlines.

The role requires a strong background in motorsport surface aerodynamics, CATIA GSD proficiency, and excellent English communication; French language skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Background in mechanical engineering or technical design.
• Significant experience (≥8 years) in motorsport surface aerodynamics.
• Expert in designing complex CATIA V5 surface models.

Responsibilities

• Serve as surface expert for hypercar project.
• Create advanced surface models using CATIA V5 as primary task.
• Enhance aerodynamic performance with aero team and other departments.
• Create CAD models for CFD analysis and refine with aero team.

Skills

Surface expert

CATIA V5 CAD

GSD workbench

CATIA V5 modules

Technical English

French beneficial

Motorsport passion

Education

Mechanical engineering background

Tools

CATIA V5

Job description

Since 1973, we have become one of the leading names in the "Made In France" motorsport industry. ORECA, a racing team with expertise in building competition cars, has achieved numerous endurance racing victories. Our success extends beyond the track, thanks to our passion, performance, daring spirit, and commitment. While preserving our family identity, our reputation has grown to international acclaim.

Surface Aero Designer H/F based in Signes, near the Paul Ricard circuit, VAR, FRANCE

Inside our design office & Assigned to the DIrector of Engineering, your missions will be to :

• Work as surface expert for hypercar project,
• Create advanced surface models using the CATIA V5 CAD system as your primary task,
• Enhance the aerodynamic performance of a race car in close collaboration with aerodynamicists, other aero designers, and various departments, all within tight deadlines,
• Create CAD models for CFD analysis and refine them in collaboration with aerodynamicists.

Required experience & qualifications :

• You have a background in mechanical engineering or technical design education, and you have significant experience of at least 8 years in motorsport, specifically in surface aerodynamic design.
• Professional experience in designing complex surface models in CATIA V5,
• Extensive and thorough knowledge of the CATIA GSD workbench,
• Good knowledge of Catia V5 surface, solid and drawing modules,
• Proficient in technical English communication, French is a plus,
• Being passionate about motor sports is a plus.

Personal Attributes :

• Highly motivated and proactive with a strong passion for high-performance engineering,
• Work consistently to a high standard in stressful and time-sensitive situations,
• Excellent problem-solving skills and keen attention to detail,
• Strong communication skills to collaborate, share knowledges with aerodynamicists, engineers, and designers,
• Team-oriented with adaptability to meet tight deadlines and changing project requirements,
• Independent with a strong sense of initiative and a drive for excellence,
• Committed to continuous improvement and innovation in the field of motorsport.

Why ORECA :

• Be part of ambitious projects in the world of motorsport, covering the GT3, LMDh, and LMP2 categories. A unique opportunity to compete at the highest level of racing,
• Permanent contract with opportunities for personal development,
• High standard facilities including our latest technocenter featuring 8000 m2 of technologies,
• We are based in a healthy location close to both the sea and mountains, ideal for sports activities. At the same time, we are less than an hour from Marseille, with an easy access to the airport and high-speed train station,
• Above all, be a player in a team able to win motorsport championship all around the world.
• Passion has no frontier, and our vacancies are open to all. We base our selection on values, skills and ambition while we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment.
• Passion knows no bounds, and our vacancies are open to all. We base our selection on your values, skills and ambition, and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment.